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Hornets are not a common pest in the UK. However, they can cause issues in a few locations, and their substantial size and potent sting makes them dangerous to humans, especially if they are present in large numbers.
Hornets can be tough to distinguish from wasps. The most obvious indication is that hornets are social and live in large nests while wasps tend to be solitary. This means that if you observe a large number of the insects, they may be hornets. Small numbers of hornets can be controlled on a DIY basis using spray insecticide carefully. However, this is dangerous because of the sting of the hornet. Hornets can sting numerous times without dying and their stings can cause allergic reactions in some people. These stings can be fatal in rare cases.
For large infestations or in circumstances where the nest is inaccessible the services of an experienced pest control company should be sought. These companies have access to professional quality insecticides which are very effective on hornets. These insecticides may be delivered either by spray, a liquid application or in dust form. All of these methods will leave some residual effect which means that any hornets that were not present at the time of the first application will be killed when they come back to the nest. Pest control companies will also be able to remove the nest, which will stop hornets attempting to recolonise it.
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Barkingside is a district of Ilford inside the London Borough of Redbridge in north east London. It used to be a part of Essex until Redbridge was established in 1965. It is primarily recognised for Barnardo’s, the children’s charity, which was founded there in 1866. It still has its headquarters there. The oldest buildings in Barkingside are the Barnardo’s chapel, the London Underground station and Holy Trinity Church. Barkingside is a diverse district, with an unusually high population of London’s Jewish community.
Several of the buildings down the High Street are owned by Lord Alan Sugar, and you can find numerous other amenities in the district. The Fullwell Cross Library is a Grade II listed building, fashioned in a distinctive circular shape. A leisure centre also holds the same name. Ken Aston Square was opened in 2014, named after a local head teacher and football referee, thought to have introduced red and yellow cards. Residents chose the name from a shortlist.
Redbridge FC play non-league football at the Oakside stadium, which is close to Barkingside tube station. Barkingside Recreational Ground in Mossford Green is a popular open space with residents. Also, footballer Trevor Brooking who played for West Ham United and England attended Ilford County High School in the area. Scott Malvern, British Racing driver, also was born in Barkingside and attended Caterham High School, which is a sports academy attended by youth team players of West Ham.